Wine Reviews

Hanging Rock, Macedon Cuvee Brut X11 NV

There aren’t a lot of Australian made sparkling whites that rival those of the Champagne region in France, but the…

12 years ago

Red Knot, Chardonnay 2011

South Australia’s McLaren Vale may be best known for its full-bodied reds, but it’s also a region that can also…

12 years ago

Shingleback, “The Gate” Shiraz 2009

There’s little doubt that the average red wine consumer demands a “drink now” style that exhibits lively fruit and a…

12 years ago

Vasse Felix, Classic Dry White 2008

I’m not sure why Vasse Felix brand it their “Classic Dry White” as the 2008 version of their Semillon Sauvignon…

12 years ago

Greystone, Sand Dollar Pinot Gris 2010

The fastest growing wine region in New Zealand is the Waipara Valley – situated only about 40 mins north of…

13 years ago

Brockenchack, Mackenzie William 1896 Riesling 2010

Most Sunshine Coasters would know Trevor Harch as a founder of the Evans Harch construction company, but in his “retirement”,…

13 years ago

Greystone, Waipara Pinot Noir 2008

You might call me a “Pinot-phile”, but I can never get enough of those really good cool climate Pinots that…

13 years ago

Clonakilla Hilltops Shiraz 2009

There’s no better time of year to grab a bottle of red and curl up in front of the fire…

13 years ago

MDV, Eden Valley Grenache 2008

Bright as a button, the vibrancy of the colour is overshadowed only by the spicy sweetness of the fruit. Lifted…

13 years ago

Brancott Estate, (Marlborough) Sauvignon Blanc 2010

The term ‘Marlborough Sauv Blanc’ has become synonymous with tropical fruit nose, gooseberry and nectarine flavours on the palate and…

13 years ago